Maltese vs Chinese Crested Dog
Compare Maltese and Chinese Crested Dog: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Maltese
VS
Chinese Crested Dog
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Maltese
Chinese Crested Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
9 – Companion and Toy Dogs
9 – Companion and Toy Dogs
Height
20 – 25 cm
23 – 33 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy Level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking Level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Maltese
Tiny
Chinese Crested Dog
Great with Kids
Low Grooming
Tiny
Summary
About Maltese
The Maltese is a small, sturdy companion dog with a long, white silky coat and expressive dark eyes. Affectionate and people oriented, it adapts well to apartments with daily walks. It needs regular grooming, dental care and gentle training, and often enjoys a long, active life.
About Chinese Crested Dog
The Chinese Crested Dog is a fine‑boned toy breed, either hairless with silky crest and furnishings or Powder Puff with a soft full coat. Affectionate and people‑oriented, they train well with gentle methods, need protection and care for skin or coat, and moderate daily exercise.
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